From: Stuart School of Business
Date: April 12
Subject: What's Next: Week of April 12



Dear First_Name Last_Name,
Here are this week’s important updates, deadlines, and announcements from the Stuart School of Business.

Announcements

Friday Research Presentations

Join the Friday Research Presentations series at the Conviser Law Center, Room 470. These sessions showcase ongoing research by faculty, graduate students, and alumni of Illinois Tech’s Stuart School of Business, along with guest presentations by Illinois Tech colleagues, business professionals, and faculty from other leading business schools. All Illinois Tech members are welcome.
 
Upcoming:
📅Date: April 17
🕒Time: 10–10:45 AM
📊Presentation:

  • Repetition in Product Placements: New Insights

👩‍🏫Presenters:

  • Harold L. Stuart Endowed Chair in Business Siva K. Balasubramanian
  • Deepa Pillai, Northeastern Illinois University

Beta Gamma Sigma Student Officer Nominations Now Open

The Stuart School of Business chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS), the international business honor society, is now accepting nominations for student officer roles for the upcoming academic year.

Current BGS members are invited to apply for leadership positions, including President and Vice President roles, and help shape programming, strengthen alumni connections, and increase engagement within the chapter.

Students can request a nomination form or submit their completed form to Curt Allee, Yesenia Alarcon, or Lyzzette Torres Rodriguez by April 14.

AMA Workshop: The Final Draft

Looking to strengthen your resume? The AMA x Illinois Tech chapter is hosting “The Final Draft,” an expert led resume building workshop featuring Omo Ogbomo-Williams, Senior HR Manager of Inclusion and Impact at VML.

During this session, students will gain recruiter insights, learn how to craft impactful stories from their experiences, and build a resume tailored for today’s job market.

Date: Friday, April 17
Time: 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Location: Mies Campus

Registration details will be shared soon. In the meantime, students are encouraged to stay updated by visiting the AMA 312 page and following along on Instagram.

Finish Strong with Toastmasters: Final Meetings of the Semester!

Wrap up the semester by building confidence, sharpening your communication skills, and connecting with the Stuart community at our final Toastmasters meetings on April 17 and April 24. Whether you’re looking to practice speaking, take on a meeting role, or just see what it’s all about, all are welcome.

Spots to speak and participate are still open, so don’t miss your chance to get involved before the semester ends.

RSVP on 312

We also love celebrating our members’ growth. Check out our LinkedIn page to see student highlights, speech progress, and more.

Illinois Tech University Calendar
Check out the Illinois Tech University Calendar for all upcoming campus events.
 
Paul V. Galvin Library
Visit the Galvin Library Events Page for upcoming events.
 
Stuart School of Business 312 Page
Find upcoming Stuart events on the SSB 312 Page.
 
Career Management Center (CMC) Events
See upcoming career-focused events on the CMC Events Page.

Academic Advising

Meeting with an Advisor

Undergraduate Academic Advising: Master’s Academic Advising:
  • Walk-in Advising Hours: At the downtown campus, students can meet with an Academic Advisor during the times listed below. When you arrive, please "check in" at the reception desk by Room 401C. Students will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis, and no appointments are taken or required. 
    • Week of April 12:
      • Tuesday, April 14, from 4-6 pm (Justine, Yesenia, and Yumiko)
      • Thursday, April 16, from 4-6 pm (Justine and Yesenia)
PhD Academic Advising:

Career Management Center

Symplicity for CPT and Summer 2026 Timeline

Symplicity is used only for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) requests. If you're planning to apply for CPT this fall, make sure to:

  1. Log in to the Illinois Tech Portal
  2. Search for Symplicity
  3. Upload required documents (offer letter)
  4. Track your application status and approvals
  5. Watch our step-by-step guide to submitting your CPT request through Symplicity.

Student Appointments via Handshake

Students can now book career advising appointments directly through Handshake. Whether you're exploring career paths, preparing for interviews, or seeking internship support, we're here to help!

Make the most of Handshake by completing your profile:

  • Upload your resume and documents
  • Add your experiences and interests
  • 📢Important: Select the Stuart School of Business as your college to ensure the Career Management Center (CMC) can review and approve your documents.

Internship and Job Opportunities for Stuart School and Alumni

Looking for internships or full-time roles? Explore curated resources to boost your job search: Job Search Links and Tools

Continue the search on Handshake, CareerShift, and Interstride!

Events at Stuart and Across Chicago

The Stuart Experience
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